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RLS, fasciculations, tremors, small fiber neuropathy
Brain & Nervous System | Last Active: Jan 26, 2023 | Replies (16)Comment receiving replies
Yes I had all those tests and all said normal. They tried telling me this is all in my head and I'm making this up that not one test is showing anything abnormal. Like I would make this horrific way of living up.. I have a million dollar work up and still nothing is showing.. it's hard to advocate for yourself when they will not listen. Once they put on there notes it's anxiety then you are pegged for life.. I showed the Dr the swelling the tremors the weight loss which now is 50 pounds. The unsteady gait etc. Still says nothing is wrong..
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Did a neurologist diagnose you with anxiety? Did he/she follow up with treatment for anxiety? Or refer you to a neuropsychologist for follow-up and treatment?
There is no single test for anxiety, it is a clinical diagnosis, just as there is no single test for several of the neurological disorders, they are diagnosed clinically. But after a clinical diagnosis comes treatment and if the treatment is successful, you have an answer of sorts.
It seems ironic that your doctors would rely on tests alone when it comes to your symptoms but not need a test to diagnose you with anxiety. At the very least it seems unprofessional to give you a diagnosis but no treatment or referral for treatment.
That's why I'd see another neurologist, for sure!